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Amsterdam's American Heritage: Small Group Walking Tour

City tours

  • 2 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Tired of the division back home? Leave it all behind and unite in a one-of-a-kind walking tour—where the streets of Amsterdam reveal surprising connections to American history. As we stroll along Amsterdam’s stunning canals, hidden courtyards, and iconic landmarks, we’ll explore how these two nations have influenced each other for centuries—often in unexpected ways. Along the journey, you'll hear fascinating stories, whether about New York’s early days, John Adams’ stay in Amsterdam, or the contemporary American “Flower Bike Man.” We’ll uncover little-known gems and see history come alive. This is a personally crafted experience led by a highly knowledgeable local guide, eager to share tips and insider recommendations to make the rest of your trip unforgettable. Join us today!

Inclusions

What's included

  • Exploration of Dutch impact on America and vice versa with a highly knowledgeable guide

What's not

  • Alcoholic Beverages

Itinerary

  1. Our guide will meet you in front of The American Book Center.

    Passes by

  2. Stroll through the serene Begijnhof, a medieval inner courtyard

    10 min

  3. Hear about the wild story of tulips, the first stock market crash, and Amsterdam's famous "flower bike man".

    10 min

  4. Walk along the beautiful 17th century canal belt, and hear tales about Amsterdam's connection to the United States.

    Passes by

  5. Learn about the fascinating origins of New York at the headquarters of the West India Company.

    10 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

Meeting point
Meet the guide in front of The American Book Center wearing a name tag around the neck.
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 10 travellers
Operated by
Amsterdam Guides Collective
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Amsterdam

  • Its from-price is 77% below the median of the 293 city tours we list in Amsterdam.
  • It is shorter than most of them.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Amsterdam

Amsterdam rings its golden-age centre with tree-lined canals, gabled houses and bridges, packing great art and easy cycling into a compact city.

The canal ring, dug in the seventeenth century, curves around the old centre in concentric arcs: Herengracht, Keizersgracht and Prinsengracht, lined with tall merchants' houses. The Jordaan, just west, is a maze of small canals, courtyards, brown cafés and independent shops, and the Anne Frank House stands on the Prinsengracht at its edge.

Top-ranked sights in Amsterdam: Amstel River, Skinny Bridge (Magere Brug), Anne Frank House.

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